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The eighth prince was taken away early by the queen, but the morning court still had to continue.

Emperor Jingren wanted to send the Divine Power Army to provide support, but was dissuaded by Huo Zhanting and General Nangong.

Huo Zhanting and General Nangong felt that this move was dangerous. After all, if the city defense troops were sent away, the defense of the capital would be greatly weakened.

If an alien army attacks at this time, the capital city would be in danger.

Unfortunately, Emperor Jingren reprimanded the two men on the spot. Not only did he suspend them from their posts and ask them to reflect on their mistakes, he also went against the majority opinion and ordered the Shenwei Army to immediately set out to provide support.

Emperor Jingren's rebuttal was very disrespectful to Huo Zhanting, General Nangong and other generals. He was so excited that his face turned red, as if bleeding, and he said coldly:

"How can a mere 10,000 soldiers shake the country? I think that not only your legs are broken, but also your pride and bravery as a general are broken, right?"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone in the court fell silent, and no one dared to defend Huo Zhanting.

Even Lu Jinghuai couldn't help but frown and glanced at Emperor Jingren, then lowered his eyes again.

After the group left the court, Huo Zhanting and General Nangong looked at each other and couldn't help but sigh together.

Emperor Jingren's temper has become more and more irritable and stubborn these days.

After Shen Qinglan heard that Huo Zhanting was suspended from his job and was reflecting on his past at home, she looked at Huo Zhanting with a worried look on his face and asked:

"The world is at peace. You have pacified the four surrounding countries and have left garrisons to guard them. Logically, there should be no major problems, but I see that you seem very worried."

Huo Zhanting reluctantly took Shen Qinglan's hand and sat down together. He frowned and sighed:

“I just feel like there’s something wrong with this.”

You know, everyone said that the Fourth Prince fled to Black Swallow Mountain, intending to rise up and lead his troops in rebellion.

But in fact, the people of Black Swallow Mountain have never had any direct contact with the imperial troops, but instead seemed to be delaying time.

But, he is a military general, and he knows one thing best.

It is impossible for the Fourth Prince to increase his military strength in Black Swallow Mountain. In other words, if he wants to rebel, he should return to Black Swallow Mountain as soon as possible and capture the nearest city as quickly as possible.

In this way, this city can be used as a base, which can be used for attack or defense. Whether it is supply materials or manpower, this is the best choice for the fourth prince.

But the Fourth Prince not only did not take the initiative to attack, but instead kept hiding on the Black Swallow Mountain.

You know, even if the people brought by the Ninth Prince cannot be captured for the time being, the imperial court will definitely send reinforcements in the long run.

By then, the Fourth Prince would be like a trapped beast, not to mention striving for the supreme throne, even his life would be in danger.

Judging from the temperament and ability of the former Fourth Prince, he is not the kind of person who would surrender without a fight, and it is even more impossible for him to just sit there and wait to die!

As Shen Qinglan listened to Huo Zhanting's explanation, her expression became more serious.

If she can control people's hearts politically, then Huo Zhanting, as a military general, is definitely more sensitive than her in analyzing the distribution of troops and battlefield situations.

Therefore, Shen Qinglan did not doubt Huo Zhanting's analysis at all, and only asked:

"So, what you mean is that the Black Swallow Mountain is just a trick of the Fourth Prince. What is his real purpose?"

Huo Zhanting sighed, shook his head, and said with a hint of helplessness in his eyes:

"I don't know yet, but I think that if Black Swallow Mountain is really just a smokescreen to attract attention, then he will definitely go to another place to borrow troops, and then directly aim at the capital, once and for all."

Openly repairing the plank road while secretly attacking Chencang, this is the only chance for the Fourth Prince.

"Borrowing troops?"

Shen Qinglan's breath was choked, and he continued in disbelief:

"Who has the guts to lend him troops? To help him rebel?"

But Huo Zhanting was unable to answer any more.

Shen Qinglan felt that this matter was of great importance, so without hesitation, she took Huo Zhanting to find Lu Huaizhu, and also asked someone to secretly invite Lu Jinghuai over.

This is the first time the four of them have gathered together, which is quite rare.

After Shen Qinglan told everyone Huo Zhanting's guess, he looked at Shuanglu and asked:

"If so, where do you think the Fourth Prince will go to borrow troops?"

Lu Huaizhu shook his folding fan, took out a map of Dayong, and said nonchalantly:

"Most of the soldiers guarding the four directions are those left behind by the God of War and General Nangong. Their loyalty is guaranteed, and the Fourth Prince cannot get involved."

Lu Jinghuai glanced at the map, then pointed to a Beiyan Army in Dayongfudi and said:

"I have received some news these days. The Northern Flame Army probably obeys the Queen's orders. Therefore, the Fourth Prince will not borrow troops from the Northern Flame Army."

Shen Qinglan looked at Lu Jinghuai and said in surprise: "It seems that Emperor Jingren really likes you?"

Lu Jinghuai became a close minister to the emperor, and it turned out that she made the right decision in placing him there.

Lu Jinghuai was praised, and he lowered his eyes in embarrassment, saying shyly: "It was Sister Princess who taught me well."

Huo Zhanting looked at the slightly red face of the boy in front of him and found it quite annoying.

But the princess seemed to really like this young man, and her eyes were particularly gentle when she looked at him.

Thinking of this, Huo Zhanting felt a little sour. He was a little older, but age made people more caring, unlike that little brat who acted as if he could flick him away with just one finger.

After suppressing his dissatisfaction, Huo Zhanting glanced at the map and asked:

"If so, wouldn't this form a closed loop? Where would the Fourth Prince borrow these troops?"

Everyone was silent, but Shen Qinglan set his eyes on the place across the Tianqi Mountains from the capital and asked:

"If we go over here, we will reach Xinyi?"

Huo Zhanting took a look and nodded, "Yes, you mean, the Fourth Prince will ask Xinyi to borrow troops?"

After Lu Huaizhu thought for a moment, he said:

"This Xinyi is located directly north of our Dayong. In the past, the place that bordered Dayong and frequently fought with it was Pingbei Prefecture. Although the Tianqi Mountains are closer, but..."

"But the Tianqi Mountains are difficult to access and are surrounded by steep mountains. Xinyi is best known for its cavalry and plain warfare. It is unlikely that they will come from the Tianqi Mountains. Moreover, the Xinyi royal family hates the Dayong people the most. Why would they lend troops to the Fourth Prince?"

Huo Zhanting could say this because when he invaded Xinyi, he almost massacred the Xinyi royal family, which brought about the subsequent ten years of peace.

Therefore, the Xinyi royal family hated Dayong so much that they wanted to kill even one of Dayong's dogs.

Under such circumstances, how could the Fourth Prince get close to the Xinyi royal family and successfully borrow troops?

At least Huo Zhanting felt that this was as difficult as climbing to the sky.

Upon hearing this, Shen Qinglan tapped the table lightly with his fingers and suddenly asked:

"But, what if the Fourth Prince is related to the Xinyi royal family?"

Everyone was stunned and looked at Shen Qinglan in surprise.

Shen Qinglan was silent for a moment, without further explanation, and only said:

"This matter must be investigated thoroughly. Send someone to find Feng Yan. It'd be best if it's quick."